Easy Quote by Friedrich Durrenmatt
“It is easy to kill when you don't see your victim”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Visit, 1956
Violence becomes easy when the victim is invisible or dehumanized, highlighting moral blindness.
In simple terms: Killing is easy when you ignore the victim.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the humanity of all.
Themes
ethics
violence
dehumanization
Mood
somber
critical
Type
ethical
social
When to use this quote
- war
- policing
- bullying
- corporate exploitation
Key Concepts
moral psychology
empathy erosion
Questions to Reflect On
- What groups are made invisible in society?
- How can we restore visibility to the marginalized?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks structural factors that hide victims.
